Jasminum volubile (Wax Jasmine)

Jasminum volubile (Wax Jasmine) white flower with green and yellow variegated plant leaves
Jasminum volubile (Wax Jasmine) star-shaped white flower clusters atop variegated green and yellow foliage.
Jasminum volubile

Botanical names: Jasminum volubile, Jasminum simplicifolium

Common names: Wax Jasmine, Australian Wax Jasmine

Family: Oleaceae

Origin: Australia

USDA Zone: 8-11

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

A quick-growing vine with glossy, dark green foliage, can be grown on a trellis, used as a ground cover, or planted in a container. Blooms from April to September. The 1 inch wide, white, pinwheel shaped flowers with a fine sweet scent. The variegated form, var. Maculata, has bright leaves dappled lemon-gold, open clusters of quite fragrant white star-like flowers produced irregularly throughout the year. Needs full sun to perform variegation.

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